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    French Broad River Paddle & Pints Tour

    A relaxed river paddle with a brewery finish

    4.9 stars• 637 reviews
    From$42/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2 hours

    Includes

    Boats, life jackets, paddles

    Highlights

    Pair a relaxed French Broad River paddle with a social finish at Ecusta Brewing Company. Boats, paddles, life jackets, and a brief safety orientation are provided.

    • Explore the river at a relaxed pace with your group
    • Celebrate your time on the water at Ecusta Brewing Company
    • Learn river safety before launching
    • Choose a canoe, single kayak, or tandem kayak
    • Share a casual morning on the water with friends

    Itinerary

    1. Meet at Ecusta Brewing at 9:30am.
    2. Short shuttle (about 5–10 minutes) to Pisgah Forest Access to begin the paddle.
    3. Paddle the French Broad River to Penrose Access (approximately 2 hours total experience).
    4. Shuttle back to Ecusta Brewing arriving around 12:00pm.

    What's Included

    • Boat
    • Paddles
    • Life jackets
    • River safety orientation
    • Shuttle transportation

    Important details

    • Arrive dressed and ready 15 minutes before your trip time
    • Swimming ability is required for all participants
    • Shoes are required on the river; flip-flops are not permitted
    • Wear a life jacket at all times while on the river
    • Complete and sign the liability waiver before going on the river; a legal guardian must sign for participants under 18
    • Drinks and food are not included in the listed price

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel 7 or more days before your trip for a full refund. Cancel 1–6 days before for a 50% refund. No refund for day-of no-shows. River trips depart rain or shine. Receive a full refund if the operator cancels due to thunder or lightning, unsafe air or water temperatures, high winds, or high water levels.

    FAQs

    You may bring your own Type III Coast Guard-approved life jacket. Wear a life jacket at all times while on the river.

    Meeting details

    Ecusta Brewing, 451 Ecusta Rd, Brevard, NC 28712

    Experience provided by Headwaters Outfitters

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    637 reviews•Google Maps
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    This family-owned outfitter has clearly mastered the art of making everyone feel at home on the French Broad River. The staff consistently earns praise for being friendly, professional, and genuinely passionate about what they do. Guides like Jeremy, Patrick, Gavin, Ty, and Bret get specific shoutouts for their patience and expertise, particularly with first-timers who've never touched a fly rod or sat in a kayak. Multiple reviewers mention feeling confident and comfortable even as complete beginners, which speaks volumes about the instruction quality. Beyond the guided trips, the self-guided kayak floats are a major draw. The three-hour paddle seems to be the sweet spot for a relaxed, scenic journey where you'll likely spot deer, osprey, herons, and kingfishers along the way. Equipment stays in excellent condition, and the logistics run smoothly from start to finish. The base has evolved into more than just a put-in point too, with a taproom, coffee truck, and food trucks making it easy to turn your river day into a full experience. Repeat visitors keep coming back, which tells you everything you need to know about consistency here.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    I loved this place! From ease of booking to customer service. All of it was 10/10. The floats were clean and well inflated. Inside was stocked with everything you could need. I didn’t know, but they check you in and out of the water. So, because I didn’t give my name, and left, they called me to make sure I was safe and out of the river. I appreciate the above and beyond safety. It made me feel great to know if something happened they would have known. The river was beautiful, crisp and clear. Overall an incredible experience and we will absolutely be back!

    Photo of Samantha Floyd

    Samantha Floyd

    June 26, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    I loved this place! From ease of booking to customer service. All of it was 10/10. The floats were clean and well inflated. Inside was stocked with everything you could need. I didn’t know, but they check you in and out of the water. So, because I didn’t give my name, and left, they called me to make sure I was safe and out of the river. I appreciate the above and beyond safety. It made me feel great to know if something happened they would have known. The river was beautiful, crisp and clear. Overall an incredible experience and we will absolutely be back!

    Photo of Samantha Floyd

    Samantha Floyd

    June 26, 2026

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